Using the Tello Drone with a GameSir Bluetooth Controller

If you're looking to buy your first drone, but aren't ready to spend your money on a DJI Mavic Pro or Mavic Air, the Tello Drone from Ryze is an excellent option; and in this video, we'll show you how to pair your Tello Drone with a GameSir T1 Bluetooth controller.
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[@peterfinlay7461]

I have visited many sites with useless information re setting up I Phone (IOS) with the Gamesir I purchased a Gamesir T1S and this video was excellent in the set up Thanks for your time

[@YourTechReport]

Very welcome Peter...happy to help!!

[@redjack56]

Thank you for taking the time to make this video ! I just bought a Tello and this controller I am waiting for delivery, so excited to try it out.

[@zmanpianoman]

Thank you for the video. My tello is sitting home with all the extras still in the box, just got delivered. Once everything is charged tomorrow I will watch your video again for instructions. Thanks again.

[@Mackin3]

I love the help with this, super good! I’m also liking the 36,000+ emails

[@familycohen4758]

After I watch your video I bought the GameSir T1 controller, and it works well with my Tello drone. Thanks to your video, I knew which controller to buy. Thank you.

[@YourTechReport]

You're very welcome...glad we were able to help:)

[@97TRAKIN]

Listen! That initial takeoff was freaking epic!

[@femurgafra6340]

agreed

[@RyanHansinger]

Thanks for this video!! I think the manual had me pushing every button except the one you mentioned. Huge help! Let’s fly!

[@blackydon]

Are you a teacher? Best video on how to pair the game sir with Tello. Your face was priceless when Tello hit the ceiling on take off. No damage done I hope. Thank you very much.

[@NJP76]

Sorry. Wanted to get this, but unavailable on Amazon. :( UPDATE Aug 16, 2019: I was disappointed that the controller in the link is unavailable, but upon looking a little further, I found the T1D. Ordered it and am very pleased with it. This controller is a true game changer for the Tello. It is cool to be able to operate it just using your phone, but this controller adds sooo much to the flying experience. In spite of my somewhat unhappy start to this comment, I want to thank you for this video. It was what made me decide to go ahead and get this. Good stuff here! Let's go flying. :)

[@kaltklarwas]

Nice first take off! :D Anyhow, great explained, thank you for vid.

[@natureboystyle77]

The best explanation so far thank you

[@YourTechReport]

You're very welcome!

[@Ian.........]

Thank you very much for your help on setting up the controller. I'm going to get back controller for my tello now after seeing this. 😀🚁

[@jamier7073]

It is brilliant. Tried using the cell phone for the last 4 weeks and it is not great. Got the controller today and was up and running and it is so easy and accurate, go get one you will not regret it

[@artistjoh]

The exact Gamesir model that was designed to work with Tello is the T1D. Some people have experienced trouble with the T1S - it may or may not work, but the 'D' version always works. The Gamesir T1D is sold directly by DJI so is now easier to find.

[@YourTechReport]

Very true...the T1D is made for the Tello; just wanted to make this video to let folks know that the T1 also works:)

[@adambridge8920]

You cracked me up with your facial expression when you hit something taking off and bits of the Tello flew off! Glad I'm not the only one that does that :) Thanks for an easy to follow video.

[@YourTechReport]

LOL...nope, you're not alone:) Thankfully, the Tello is pretty solid...the bits you saw flying actually came off of our sound rig!

[@adambridge8920]

@@YourTechReport They certainly are well made ! Thanks again for the great "how to" - I'll be getting myself a Gamesir after this and be back to follow your set up guide.

[@JerseyStyle7]

Awesome, i just got my gamesir in the mail, 😎👍 great vid ty👍👍👍

[@ivanbman]

Excellent video, clear and friendly commentary...I battled to pair and did not have an idea where the home button was on the Gamesir. Defnitely subscribing...

[@YourTechReport]

Great to hear!

[@ZigzMD]

Another great vid! I look forward to the future where drones don’t sound like 1,000 angry bees. Also, I’m forever grateful for the sound balance in the drone videos you guys put out because I never feel like I need to stick a hot poker in my ear regardless of how close you get the drone to the camera :)

[@Danzwain1]

Thumbs up from me, straight to the point YTR...just about to purchase a Tello and you have helped me make some major decisions before purchasing a Tello and if they can be controlled from anything but a smart phone screen, how wrong was I...…

[@condector]

Congratulations on the movie. Easy to follow your instructions.

[@Cartterr.]

That drone looks pretty worth it! for only a couple of bucks I could get involved in drones. Thanks for sharing mate!

[@YourTechReport]

You're very welcome! Yeah...it's pretty amazing; tons of features you'd expect from a more expensive drone...and a blast to fly:)

[@jamier7073]

This was the best short video on this controller and drone as I have just bought them and had them up and running after a couple of minutes. Thank you for the shortcuts image as it is too small on my phone. Loved it when you hit the roof .... oops

[@YourTechReport]

Thank you!! ...and yes, nasty ceiling always gets in the way...lol:-)

[@BeEhUmBLe7945]

I just got both in the mail yesterday.

[@Thomas_Kneib]

Outstanding video. Very clear and easy to follow regarding setup and pairing with the phone and Tello. Thanks for you efforts. Just subscribed to you channel.

[@YourTechReport]

Thanks Thomas...and welcome to the channel!

[@MrGlobaldave1]

Thanks for this vid!! On my "NEXT DRONE" list but waiting for the upgraded version. I have made several suggestions to RYZE about a adjustable camera lens. Not a huge decision breaker but the clone versions of this have that feature (along with a included TX) By far not the same quality but they are causing a bit of a stir for half the price!

[@deanphillips2922]

Best video for connection with controller

[@boston4688]

Thanks for the great video. I also have the Gamesir T1s connected to the phone via Bluetooth but I find that the flip functions as described in the diagram don't work. Any idea?

[@misterstratocaster]

I have the T1d - no lights inside the flip-up phone holder - but it works fine. The buttons for flipping, etc don't work either but I don't really care. I'm used to flying my Mavic and Phantom, so this is just a fun thing for around the house.

[@brazil313]

That’s great & all .but, does it work for a game-sir G3 ??

[@richardswenson4669]

The manual does not memtion iOS but I was able to connect. For some reason I can not save recorded video. It shows it is recording on phone but it is not saved?

[@HiHai]

Excellent video.

[@pedoncule36]

Could you confirm when using thé remote controler that there is some lags in the video feedback ? Thanks

[@AndreiMogaa]

I can highly recommend buying the tello fpv app, then u can use any Bluetooth controller plus many other cool features!

[@csmith9684]

good video! so on my android s9 when i try to pair the gamesir T1d remote wifi shows "device available" I click pair, "paring" then i get something like "this device use an app" and i never get the paring process fully completed, BUT the remote will work anyway.[4 solid leds]... so my question is this normal, happens to others also?? FYI: I did the update(s) (firmware)

[@zeeb696]

Hi my game sir is a little different. It has no lites inside. I have had it connected with android and iOS phones at different times but usually the time runs out and the tello overheats. It seems like a mini usb cable connecting the phone and gamesir would be nice. It works great with my mavic pro. Great video though!!

[@easternvlog4669]

Can it be used for video shooting (for vlogs)

[@porkchop41]

Will the T1d work same with a Xiaomi wi fi extender?

[@joaovi1]

Good video !

[@prmath]

Will an iPad mini work with this controller? TIA

[@Bionic_Rob]

Thanks YourTechReport, great information and professional and well presented you tube video. I’ve got a Tello Drone but now taking the next step and buying the GameSir t1d hand piece controller. Also I have a Xiaomi wi fi extender which i use to extend the drone range up to 100 m. Don’t see why this should not work with this 👶 either. This a a great little starter drone. My next stop is a photographic drone. Probably buy a Parrot Anafi or one of the DJI drones. Be interested in your take on the best all round photo graphic drone. Also don’t know whether you are into movie making? Currently using Splice on my IPad Pro for video editing. Thinking of buying a 27inch IMac for video editing, over Windows computers how that I’m retiring soon and don’t need my laptop for work. Cheers And Thanks again for a great video.

[@72r15]

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[@florimundos]

What to by, GameSir T1S or T1D Bluetooth controller?

[@jvadv231]

How the range of both? Its desame 100mtr?

[@eddyg1794]

I'm going to take off using the Y+R2..........oooops.........pure gold. lol

[@YourTechReport]

LOL...glad it brought you joy:) I've always believed in not editing out your embarrassing moments...makes for a better video!

[@charleshenderson3447]

Lol, nice video. About to get the Tello myself. I was told I could just use my Flypad controller are you familiar with those?

[@YourTechReport]

No...let me know how it goes!!

[@tuneintotj]

This is killing me because I am 99% sure it’s true, but obviously there’s that 1% of doubt. Were you in “My Cousin Vinny?” If so, you were hysterical and I love that you’re a tech freak like myself. Keep up the amazing work sir.

[@YourTechReport]

Yup...that's me...and thanks:)

[@prowlus]

When i press the both the home and y button together, it just turns off the remote

[@ninademasi4544]

My gamesir controller doesnt have a home button at the top?

[@blbills]

Your amazon links is sending me to a roku not a T1. Any chance you could fix the link? I've heard lots of confusion on which model to purchase so I want to get the exact one that you have. Any chance you could show us it working on an android? Thanks!

[@YourTechReport]

Sorry about that...just updated the link...thanks for letting us know!! As for showing it on an Android device, the setup is mostly the same, except you press different buttons on the remote to get it in "Android" pairing mode (which are shown in the included instructions). We'll try and do an update for Android users:)

[@blbills]

@@YourTechReport Thank you. Mostly curious about any lag or video stuttering like other have experienced with the T1D. Are you seeing this as well?

[@mikzuschlag]

Hi. Is it a Gamesir T1 or T1s or T1d?

[@eduardoandrade1001]

ola parabéns pelo explicação porque eu comprei controller gamesir t1 pensando que era o gamesir t1s vi que o seu era t1 igual au meu e funcionou no meu drone tello abraço

[@henriquejr]

Eduardo Andrade Amigo, já testou o controle no Tello? Tô querendo comprar um, mas estou na dúvida qual modelo comprar: T1, T1s ou T1d. Sei que o T1d é específico para o Tello, mas pelo que soube não funciona para outras finalidades como games...

[@eduardoandrade1001]

boa tarde Glaudio já testei e funciona no meu TELLO o meu e T1 ok e igual o T1s funciona na mesma abraço

[@eduardoandrade1001]

Cláudio olá já testei e tá certo no tello t1 só não tem o adaptador Wifi o t1s da para liga na Tv ok só isso é a diferença abraço

[@abijose2793]

I wish I had one

[@nathangarciamuro]

Any way on how to connect the remote to an android phone? I have tried it many different ways and there is no way I have accomplished the task.

[@YourTechReport]

In the instruction manual that comes with the GameSir controller, it gives you different buttons to press on the remote for pairing with different devices; here's what the manual says for Android devices: If this is your first time turning on your T1, hold down the “A” button and “Home ” button simultaneously for 2 seconds, the “Android” Symbol on the controller will start flashing in green. It means that the controller is ready to be connected to your Android Tablets or Phones. I'll also leave a link below for the GameSir T1 online manual: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2241/8433/files/T1_2017.pdf?12128432818972279356 Hope this helps!!

[@JumboJimbo3168]

Is it the gamesir t1s or t1d

[@zmanpianoman]

What about a T1s ????? Amazon sold me a T1s in the tello bundle. Doesn't hook up. Now what????

[@Arkane117]

Some people are saying that the remote has a bad lag when controlling and some say the Bluetooth connection interferes when recording video. Are you having any of these issues?

[@YourTechReport]

Speaking from my own experience, I haven't had any connectivity issues whatsoever...

[@ianduckworth8595]

This can be true use a Male To Male 5Pin OTG Converter Adapter Lead Data Cable to link controller & phone will solve the interference issue just be sure to get the right male connection each end to suit 😀

[@JumboJimbo3168]

I just want to make sure if it works with ios because a lot of the reviews that I saw said that you can’t connect the gamesir controller with ios.

[@YourTechReport]

Definitely worked for me with the setup I show in the video:-)

[@zmanpianoman]

I have a t1s says connected but doesn't work???? Now what.

[@arthurfeliciano4575]

i believe there are two T1 gamesir the t1s and the t1d and the t1s do not work with most tello...

[@mattfrabell791]

I have the t1 not the t1d or t1s and it connects through the app but doesnt do anything. I dont understand what is wrong. My yunnec breeze controller connects too but it wont work either. Can only fly by the app

[@YourTechReport]

I'm using the T1 as well in this video, and it connected perfectly; did you follow the steps in the video? Also, you have to make sure you pair the device specifically to the type of device you're using iOS or Android) or it won't work. Let me know...

[@maggot238]

@@YourTechReport yea, I dont think i missed any steps. I had it on android which is what i have. I got it to work perfect in the app atellopilot" just fine but not the official app

[@mattfrabell791]

@@maggot238 i replied with my other account by mistake. Ill retry step by step again tomorrow.

[@maggot238]

Finally got it working! Tried one last time and it worked. Thanks for helping

[@kaybhee6]

make it smaller,,, we can still see a bit on 65 inch tv

[@4x24gute]

GameSir T1d controller pairs nicely with iPhone, test shows all buttons work. iPhone pairs nicely and controlls the ZELLO RYZE drone completely. However, the controller does nothing to control the drone.

[@emotionalbeats7178]

I ordered this for my little son and me, but we are already sad because we read on dji forum motors last for only 40. hours. For a 100 USD drone it is too bad. Or it is not true?? Thank you for any answer on this.

[@YourTechReport]

I've actually never heard about this before; I've had no issues with the motors on mine (not exactly sure how many hours I have on it), but I'll follow-up if I hear anything!

[@emotionalbeats7178]

@@YourTechReport thank you. I found an answer on tello tech support forum or something a quote from tech support that they are tested in lab for 40 hours, but those tests are more stressful than real conditions. Please follow up on this if you find out anything. Thank you.

[@takundamunyanduri2774]

Does the drone have a camera

[@YourTechReport]

Yes...and you can check out our review of the drone itself here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r5-noKl5rt93ra8

[@richardswenson4669]

I contacted Ryze Tello and they said T1 is not compatible but T1d is. I can not getT1 to work consistently. I can not get video to work with T1. I am using Apple iPhone. Manual does not mention iOS.

[@YourTechReport]

I know that Tello says that the T1D is compatible, but the T1 also works...it's the exact model I used in the video; but if the one you're using isn't working, you should return it:)

[@andresolide3400]

Hi dos the controller in criss the distance ?

[@YourTechReport]

I don't believe so...

[@abitofeverything2254]

Range of controller please

[@user-jr9cn7bs6n]

Don’t change the range

[@rueagonvyceratops2879]

the gamesir t1d is not compatible with my lg phone yet. so im thinking about selling my tello , because its a boring drone with out a proper controller for it.

[@dougtait8242]

For Android phones you need a T1s. T1d seems to only work with IOS phones.

[@danj3191]

Hi, I don't see the Amazon link to the T1 you are reviewing here. Is it this one: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0757JR1JM/ref=ask_ql_qh_dp_hza I just ordered one based on your review and now I'm reading elsewhere that it won't work. I will follow what you show here and hope everyone else is wrong I guess! Thanks for the review!

[@YourTechReport]

Yup...that's the one...and as you saw in the video, it really does work!! ...and if you have any problems, just go back to the video and follow the steps:)

[@chrisharmston1124]

Bluetooth effects WiFi signal though

[@clint4237]

Controller does not pair following the directions in the manual, nor the ones you provide in this video. I'll continue to troubleshoot elsewhere.

[@YourTechReport]

Quick question: After putting the Gamesir controller in "Pairing" mode, do you see the light on the front of the controller (under the flap that holds the phone in place) light up with your particular type of device (if you're using an iPhone, it should show an Apple icon, if you're using Android, it should show an Android icon)? Just want to make sure you're in the proper pairing mode for whatever device you're pairing to, and there are different setups for different devices...I mention this at about 4:35 in the video. Let me know:)

[@clint4237]

No; I have a slightly different version. There are no lights in the spot you indicate on my controller.

[@Danny-xj5ts]

Is there lag

[@YourTechReport]

I haven't experienced any lag with it...

[@clouds9154]

1

[@megaglowz8540]

Please see the lower reply. This might account for a lot of the issues.

[@YourTechReport]

The one I used in the video was a T1 that I bought on Amazon...and as you can see, it works as well; the reason I did this video is because there's a lot of wrong information out there...and as you can see, the T1 works just fine:)

[@rubykaufman5361]

T1D or T1S? or do they just make a plain old T1?

[@YourTechReport]

Not sure what you mean...but just to be clear, I used the plain old T1...not the S or the D; though setup is supposed to be similar for all of them:)

[@jordandelacruz24]

We a

[@parisedomenico]

Nice for living the crash in but I wish you broken it in 100 pieces, like mine after I decided to smash it, wouldn’t connect, so I couldn’t connected with tello neither. But no I’m not wishing you to break yours though

[@emirkiller8086]

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